Use of Genetically Modified Seeds Promote Development of "Superweeds" Or "Superbugs" That Are Highly Resistant To GM Seeds and Plants

 

Genetically modified seeds are obtained from genetically modified organisms (GMOs). These seeds are developed in laboratory and not in the traditional manner using modern biotechnology techniques such as gene splicing. Gene splicing refers to the process by which the DNA of an organism is cut and a gene, perhaps from another organism, is inserted. The process of modifying a seed's DNA is undertaken to induce desired characteristics in seeds. The technology involves inserting DNA into the genome of an organism. The new DNA is transferred into plant cells in order to produce a genetically modified plant. Usually, the cells are then grown in tissue culture where they develop into plants. 

The seeds produced by these plants will inherit the new DNA.In the United States, genetically modified seeds and other GMOs are not currently labeled. However, the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard was published by the Agricultural Marketing Service, U.S Department of Agricultural in 2018. The new Standard requires food manufacturers, importers, and other entities that label foods for retail sale to disclose information about BE food and BE food ingredients. Under the new rule, some products containing GMOs will have to be labeled by 2022.

Although use of genetically modified seeds may promote higher yields, there are several disadvantages of using such seeds to grow genetically modified plants. The most important of these side effects is the development of resistant weeds and insects. Excessive use of GMOs and GM seeds may promote development of "superweeds" or "superbugs" that are highly resistant to GM seeds and plants. These enhanced weeds and bugs can also develop resistance to herbicides and pesticides. Such scenario can eventually boost adoption of pesticides and herbicides. Such excessive use of pesticides and herbicides eventually impacts crop yield and agriculture outcome. It can also harm biological cycle of several useful insects.


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